Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD A009

Tamron

Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD A009

📏 70-200mm 💡 f/2.8 🔌 Canon EF Mount 🔍 Zoom ⚖️ 1470g 📷 IS 🌧️ Sealed
MSRP $1,499

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Customer Reviews 35% 87.7
Technical Analysis 30% 72.0
Market Position 20% 65.0
Value Proposition 15% 74.1

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📖 Overview

The Tamron 70-200mm f/2.8 is a workhorse telephoto zoom lens offering a fast aperture and image stabilization. It's excellent for portraits, sports, and events where subject isolation and low-light performance are needed. This lens is a good value, but it is quite heavy compared to more modern counterparts.

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📋 Specifications

Focal Length 70-200mm
Max Aperture f/2.8
Min Aperture f/32
Lens Type Zoom
Mount Canon EF
AF Motor USD
Image Stabilization Yes
Autofocus Yes
Weather Sealed Yes
Min Focus Distance 130.0 cm
Max Magnification 0.125x
Elements / Groups 23 elements in 17 groups
Aperture Blades 9
Filter Diameter 77mm
Weight 1470g
Dimensions 85.8 x 188.3mm
Release Year 2013
MSRP $1,499

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🖼️ Sample Photos

Real-world photos taken with the Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD A009, sourced from SampleShots.

📷 Compatible Cameras

Native Mount

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